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Bacchus Marsh

VIC 3340 • Greater Melbourne

7,808
Population (2021)
$40,092
Median Income
10.95 km²
Area
102m
Elevation
Heritage TownCommuter TownMarket GardensFamily-FriendlySemi-Rural

About Bacchus Marsh

Bacchus Marsh is a historic market town nestled 50 kilometres northwest of Melbourne at the junction of the Lerderderg and Werribee Rivers. With a population approaching 8,000 in the township proper (and over 24,000 in the broader urban area), it has evolved from Victoria's fruit bowl into Melbourne's premier commuter town on the Ballarat corridor. The town retains genuine character with heritage buildings, Avenue of Honour elms, and surrounding orchards that still produce a significant portion of the region's fruits and vegetables.

The lifestyle here blends country town authenticity with commuter pragmatism. Main Street offers independent shops, cafes, and the historic Bacchus Marsh Hotel, while the weekly farmers market celebrates local produce. V/Line trains connect to Southern Cross Station in under an hour, though services run hourly outside peak times. Bacchus Marsh attracts families and professionals seeking space, affordability, and genuine community—people willing to trade the commute for a lifestyle that combines rural beauty with city accessibility.

Bacchus Marsh falls under postcode 3340 and is governed by Moorabool Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eureka (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3340
Urban Area
Moorabool
LGA
Moorabool
Federal Electorate
Hawke
State Electorate
Eureka (Western Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.68°, 144.45°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
10.95 km²
Elevation
102m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bacchus Marsh
0 km
Town centre

Bus Services

  • 433 — Melton via Darley 25 min
  • Local — Darley, Maddingley connections 10-15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD (Southern Cross)

Distance
50 km
By Train
45-55 min (V/Line Regional Rail)
By Bus
Not practical for CBD commute
By Car (Peak)
60-80 min via Western Freeway
By Car (Off-Peak)
45-55 min

🛣️ V/Line runs hourly most times; more frequent during peak. Single track sections can cause delays.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Town centre walkable with shops, cafes, and station accessible on foot

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Cnr Main Street & Young Street Bacchus Marsh 3340 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$330
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,700
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,394
Census 2021
7,808
▲ 22.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,524
Income 2021
$40,092
▲ 31.3% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,160
Born Overseas 1,224

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 255
  • 2. India 204
  • 3. New Zealand 116
  • 4. Scotland 63
  • 5. Germany 45
  • 6. Malta 39
  • 7. Netherlands 35
  • 8. Philippines 35
  • 9. United States 30
  • 10. Italy 29
  • 11. South Africa 27
  • 12. Sri Lanka 16
  • 13. Vietnam 16
  • 14. Zimbabwe 16
  • 15. China 15

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,064
Australian 2,897
Irish 1,093
Scottish 952
German 324
Italian 305
Maltese 259
Indian 183
Dutch 155
Polish 97

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,720
Both parents born in Australia
1,719
Both parents born overseas
958
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
45.1%
Christianity
43.7%
Sikhism
1.9%
Hinduism
1.4%
Islam
0.8%
Buddhism
0.6%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
497 (6.4%)
5-14 years
965 (12.4%)
15-19 years
366 (4.7%)
20-24 years
395 (5.1%)
25-34 years
1,192 (15.3%)
35-44 years
962 (12.3%)
45-54 years
881 (11.3%)
55-64 years
832 (10.7%)
65-74 years
940 (12.0%)
75-84 years
593 (7.6%)
85+ years
181 (2.3%)

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